A lot has been said here. WOW. I am not getting into a pissing match. But all I know is my 1952 Goldtop sounds better than the 56 reissue I used to own. Don’t know what it is, but feels more “alive” for lack of a better word when I play gigs with it. That said the reissue was one of the nicest guitars I have owned and I have owned dozens upon dozens. The tuners were better, the frets were bigger (which is the only “bitch” I have with the 52) and obviously the neck angle was better. I don’t believe Brazilian does shit to the tone as I have owned multiple vintage Gibson’s. I do feel the body wood does. Once again I was blessed to own, record, gig and enjoy vintage guitars. But the custom shop guitars for the most part have been equally enjoyable. If they speak to you embrace them and play them. Old or new. It’s all in you’re hands.